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Epson to Showcase Innovative Laser Projectors at InfoComm Virtual Post-Show Event

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Event Offers Opportunity for Virtual InfoComm Attendees to Attend Speaking Sessions and Meet with Product ExpertsOctober 20, 2021 Projectors, Classroom Projectors, Large Venue Projectors, Digital Signage

MEDIA ALERT: LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. – Oct. 20, 2021

Who: Epson America, Inc. will participate in the upcoming InfoComm Virtual Post-Show Event from Nov. 9-10, demonstrating its leading projection solutions.

What: The InfoComm Virtual Post-Show Event connects attendees to the latest AV solutions for live events, digital signage, education, integrated experiences, and more. The online event features one-on-one appointments with exhibitors and access to AVIXA’s Women’s Council keynote presentation as well as interactive sessions from InfoComm exhibitors and the D=SIGN: Digital Signage Conference.

Epson will host a virtual presentation at the show on Tuesday, Nov. 9 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. ET. Both sessions will show hands-on demos of Epson’s most compact interchangeable lens projectors, including the world’s smallest and lightest 10,000 lumen projector,1 and the PowerLite® L-Series fixed-lens laser projectors that provide up to 7,000 lumens of brightness2 and deliver bright images ideal for education, business and more.

Epson’s virtual booth will feature its robust lineup of large venue, education, meeting room and digital signage projectors to support immersive and larger-than-life experiences. Products featured include:

  • Epson Pro Series EB-PU Projectors: Ranging from 6,000 to 10,000 lumens,2 Epson’s latest Pro Series projectors bring integrators pro-level features and installation tools such as the built-in NFC function. The lineup includes the EB-PU2010, the world’s smallest and lightest 10,000 lumen projector.1 Equipped with advanced installation features, 3-chip 3LCD for best-in-class color brightness3 and WUXGA resolution with 4K Enhancement Technology,4 the new models deliver crystal-clear, lifelike images for higher education, corporate, visitor attractions, and signage markets.  
  • PowerLite Laser Projectors: Meeting the needs of today’s lecture halls, corporate meeting rooms, retail spaces, and beyond, Epson’s high-powered PowerLite projectors engage and inspire with exceptionally bright, larger-than-life images up to 500-inches5 and ultra-wide aspect ratios.6 These laser projectors support dynamic content sharing with the latest connectivity and a full suite of creative, collaborative features for impactful presentations, video conferencing, retail displays, and more.
  • LightScene® Laser Projectors: Epson’s cutting-edge digital signage solution, LightScene allows users to create stunning visual displays and immersive environments. A convergence of lighting and display technology, LightScene laser projectors captivate audiences by simultaneously illuminating and projecting on virtually any surface or material to unleash dynamic, experiential content for digital art, commercial signage and décor applications. LightScene offers a sleek black or white spotlight design with an array of configuration, mounting and programming options to blend in discreetly to any setting, from retail, hospitality and event spaces to showrooms and museums.
  • BrightLink® Interactive Laser Displays: Designed for laser-focused learning, BrightLink displays transform meeting spaces and classrooms into immersive, collaborative environments where productivity is enhanced, creativity is on display and participants are fully engaged. Equipped with 3-chip 3LCD technology for bold, brilliant color even in ambient light settings, BrightLink models deliver big, bright images up to 120-inches to captivate viewers. These flexible laser displays breathe new life into ordinary walls and dry erase boards, eliminating the need for dedicated electronic boards or space-consuming flat panels.

When: The InfoComm Virtual Post-Show Event will take place Tuesday, Nov. 9 and Wednesday, Nov. 10.

Where: The virtual event will take place online. Registration is open now and additional details can be found at www.infocommshow.org/virtual.

About Epson Laser Projectors

Epson Pro Series projectors provide more creative possibilities and unparalleled audience experiences. Using state-of-the-art technology to deliver exceptional color output and durability, the Pro Series combine uncompromising image quality with sophisticated software and a range of available mounts, frames and lenses to transform venues and bring live events to life. For additional information, visit www.epson.com/liveevents.

About Epson

Epson is a global technology leader dedicated to co-creating sustainability and enriching communities by leveraging its efficient, compact, and precision technologies and digital technologies to connect people, things, and information. The company is focused on solving societal issues through innovations in home and office printing, commercial and industrial printing, manufacturing, visual and lifestyle. Epson’s goal is to become carbon negative and eliminate use of exhaustible underground resources such as oil and metal by 2050.

Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the worldwide Epson Group generates annual sales of around JPY 1 trillion. global.epson.com/

Epson America, Inc., based in Los Alamitos, Calif., is Epson’s regional headquarters for the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. To learn more about Epson, please visit: epson.com. You may also connect with Epson America on Facebook (facebook.com/Epson), Twitter (twitter.com/EpsonAmerica), YouTube (youtube.com/epsonamerica), and Instagram (instagram.com/EpsonAmerica).

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1 Comparison based on projectors rated at 10,000 lumens. Lumens, size and weight based on the manufacturers’ online specifications and industry-available data as of February 2021.

2 Color brightness (color light output) and white brightness (white light output) will vary depending on usage conditions. Color light output measured in accordance with IDMS 15.4; white light output measured in accordance with ISO 21118.

3 Color brightness measured per IDMS 15.4. Additional colors and picture modes tested. Top-selling Epson 3LCD projectors vs. comparable top-selling 1-chip DLP projectors based on NPD sales data for October 2019 – September 2020. COLOR BRIGHTNESS WILL VARY BASED ON USAGE CONDITIONS.

4 4K Enhancement Technology shifts each pixel to surpass Full HD resolution on screen.

5 Available on PowerLite L520U, PowerLite L530U, PowerLite L630U, PowerLite L730U, and PowerLite L735U

6 16:6 aspect ratio available on select models

EPSON, LightScene and PowerLite are registered trademarks and EPSON Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation. BrightLink is a registered trademark of Epson America, Inc. All other product and brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks. Copyright Tags: Projectors, Education Projectors, K-12 Education, Large Venue, Digital Experiences, Digital Signage, High Brightness, Experiential Signage

Epson Teams Up

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New Distribution Relationship to Expand Availability of Epson PowerLite Projectors

November 03, 2021 Projectors, Meeting Room Projectors, Digital Signage

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. – Nov. 3, 2021 – Epson America, Inc., the number-one selling projector brand worldwide,1 today announced the addition of ADI Global Distribution and their Herman Pro AV business, as new distributors focused on selling Epson’s 3LCD PowerLite® projectors, designed to provide optimal viewability and deliver space-changing content. The collaboration will help amplify the reach of Epson’s PowerLite projector lineup, expanding availability to professional, value-added resellers and offering a wider range of projection solutions to meet more customer needs.

“ADI and Herman Pro AV come stacked with a unique dealer base, exceptional customer service and highly trained sales reps and engineers, making them an ideal partner for Epson,” said Tom Kettell, director, Commercial Channel Sales, Epson America, Inc. “Their expertise and knowledge of the projector market will allow more customers to access Epson’s leading PowerLite technology, which brings bright, flexible display solutions to businesses of all sizes.”

Leveraging proprietary 3-chip, 3LCD technology, Epson’s award-winning PowerLite projectors inspire imagination and empower laser-focused learning with eye-catching effects and displays. Designed to meet virtually any display needs, the Epson PowerLite lineup ranges from powerful laser solutions for signage, entertainment, and education to lamp-based budget-friendly classroom and meeting room projectors. Combining high-quality visuals with flexible display capabilities, creative tools and intuitive software options, Epson PowerLite projectors enhance student engagement and optimize existing spaces, without the worry of size and location constraints.

“Epson’s vast projector line is a valuable addition to our product offering,” said Cynthia Menna, vice president and general manager, Herman Pro AV. “Recognized as a market leader in the professional AV space, Epson has a solid reputation for developing innovative, flexible and reliable display solutions and we’re excited to bring their products to our customers to help round out their AV ecosystems.”

For more information about ADI, visit https://www.adiglobaldistribution.us/.

For more information about Herman Pro AV, visit https://hermanproav.com/.

About Epson
Epson is a global technology leader dedicated to co-creating sustainability and enriching communities by leveraging its efficient, compact, and precision technologies and digital technologies to connect people, things, and information. The company is focused on solving societal issues through innovations in home and office printing, commercial and industrial printing, manufacturing, visual and lifestyle. Epson’s goal is to become carbon negative and eliminate use of exhaustible underground resources such as oil and metal by 2050.

Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the worldwide Epson Group generates annual sales of around JPY 1 trillion. global.epson.com/

Epson America, Inc., based in Los Alamitos, Calif., is Epson’s regional headquarters for the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. To learn more about Epson, please visit: epson.com. You may also connect with Epson America on Facebook (facebook.com/Epson), Twitter (twitter.com/EpsonAmerica), YouTube (youtube.com/epsonamerica), and Instagram (instagram.com/EpsonAmerica).

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1 Epson is the #1 projector brand worldwide and in the U.S. according to most recent quarterly data from PMA, a leading high-tech market research and publishing firm specializing in the display market.

EPSON and PowerLite are registered trademarks and EPSON Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation. All other product and brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks. Copyright 2021 Epson America, Inc Tags: PowerLite, laser projectors, 3LCD, Education Projectors, Digital Signage

Digital Art For Government Buildings

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Everyone knows that digital signage has taken its rightful place in business; it’s no longer a nice-to-have but an absolute necessity. The pandemic has helped digital signage prove its worth by letting us keep our distance while facilitating the distribution of information. It has created reliable and sometimes fanciful centers of focus for every population. Digital communication is everywhere, and it isn’t going away — that’s great news for our industry. 

Even though much has been written about the most important aspect of digital communication — the content — not much has been mentioned about the untapped potential of combining it with local, state and national governments. Of course, there is the obvious opportunity of working with governments in matters of public safety and health communication, but here we’re looking at a completely different aspect: ways integrators can provide value to government buildings through art. If you’re looking for possible ways to increase your value to your potential government clients, this one’s for you. And while this blog is focused on the situation in the U.S., it’s meant for the entire AV community to get us thinking about ways to increase our value. 

Here’s what you need to know:

Art is mandated in U.S. federal public buildings as well as many state and local facilities. Yes, you read that right. Not only is art mandated to be present in every new federal building, but most states and localities set aside funds to provide art in their public buildings too. There are, of course, definitions of what constitutes art and regulations for installation, but the point is that there is an opportunity for integrators to merge current skills with the ability to offer content that would include “art.” This would provide a more holistic solution for government customers by offering something they are required to have.

It isn’t a great leap to think that we have the capability to increase our services to include content. We already have the real estate in the building that provides digital communication. The shells are there. Imagine video walls, LED displays, digital signage, conferencing solutions, lobby displays and big outdoor signage and projection, all being funded by the government. Some integrators already provide content as a service, but that content is usually boilerplate and informational, not creative content or art. It stands to reason that if integrators are solving two problems for their customers instead of one, it would increase both their chances of getting the contract and the value of our brand.

On the National Level

Support for the arts in federal buildings goes back to 1963 when GSA (the U.S. Government Services Administration) started the “Art-in-Architecture” program. It was officially picked up in 1965 when the government agency, the National Foundation on the Arts and the Humanities, was created. Through the years, the agency has supported myriad projects, and in 2005, the Art-in-Architecture program was written into the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), stipulating that money be budgeted to include art in any public federal building. 

On the State Level

Percent-for-art programs are active in at least 28 states and territories. These programs provide a certain percentage of the budget devoted to art in public spaces. The National Assembly of State Arts Agencies (NASAA) provides a wealth of information, including research, reports and contact information by state. It has an interactive map of budget allocations as well. Integrators can easily contact someone in their region to find out what services to offer so they can determine if a value-added service in this area would fit their business model. 

On the Local Level

There are art stipulations within local governments too. Here’s an example from Golden, Colorado’s municipal code, which states, “A proposal for public art may be made to the public art commission by any organization, club or business, any city official or employee, or any individual member of the public, by filing an application with the city manager to be forwarded to the public art commission for review.”

These are just some examples of the opportunities integrators have to increase their value to these sectors. As an industry, we have the power of digital communications at our fingertips — it’s just a matter of finding a way to capitalize on what we already know to enhance our offerings. 

Integrators have an opportunity to provide value-add service to their customers for something that is, in this case, a requirement. Being perfectly positioned to offer this, it seems like a win-win for everyone involved. The good news is that digital art is already an accepted medium in government. 

Here’s an excerpt from GSA’s website that details the Art-in-Architecture program:

Jim Campbell explores a similar theme in a very different way. For his Broken Wall (2006), Campbell converted video images of local pedestrians into a light-emitting diode (LED) and glass-block screen set into a former doorway of the Byron G. Rogers U.S. Courthouse and Federal Building in Denver, Colorado. Broken down into glowing pixels, the video images form a constantly moving tableau of silhouetted figures that serve as reminders of the human dramas played out within the building. Inside the building’s lobby, three smaller LED screens convey similarly low-resolution images of white-water rapids from the nearby Colorado River, linking the building and its operations to the wider natural environment. (p. 7).

This description of an installation is proof positive that digital art is already an accepted medium for the Art-in-Architecture program. Let’s help each other find a way to capitalize on this opportunity.